GKI’s economic sentiment index fell sharply in November, falling below its level in early summer. According to a survey conducted by Budapest-based GKI Economic Research Co. with the support of the EU, this is a consequence of falling business expectations. The consumer confidence index rose minimally recently, although due to its decline in the previous […]
There are at least two things that I have learned since I started my life as a diplomat 35 years ago. First, that time flies. Even if three or four years may seem as an eternity when you arrive to your new posting, there are so many things in your work that will absorb you […]
It’s not just people locked into their homes due the epidemic who dream of a post-coronavirus epidemic. Many are already starting to plan their first trips after vaccination, so National Geographic has compiled a list of 25 ideal post-quarantine destinations, including the Hungarian region of Hortobágy. Framed by five categories (Adventure, Culture and History, Nature, […]
The general satisfaction level of respondents to a recent survey by Budapest Airport confirms the continuous increase in the quality of passenger services and the airport environment. Every quarter, the international passenger satisfaction survey on airport service quality (ASQ) is the most important indicator for Budapest Airport, as it enables travelers to provide feedback on […]
The People's Democratic Republic of Algeria celebrated its National Day on November 1, commemorating the start of the war of independence on November 1, 1954, the anniversary of the outbreak of the struggle against French colonial presence. On this occasion, the country’s ambassador, Ali Mokrani told Diplomacy&Trade how important this day is for the Algerian […]
This week-end, Saudi Arabia hosts the closing event of the country's G20 Presidency. The Leaders' Summit, held online due to the pandemic and attended by the heads of state of G20 members as well as those of guestcountries and international organizations, was opened by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Welcoming the participants, King Salman […]
121 Hungarians infected with the new coronavirus died in the past 24 hours – the highest number in one day as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in this country. The new coronavirus infection (COVID-19) was detected in another 4,397 new Hungarian citizens, increasing the number of infected people identified in Hungary to 170,298, the […]
In commemoration of the Czech National Day, Diplomacy&Trade – in cooperation with the Czech Embassy in Budapest – has recently presented a compilation on Czech-Hungarian relations with special emphasis on Czech beers. the section also included an interview with Ambassador Bial. “Czech-Hungarian relations are complex and intense, on political and various informal levels. When we […]
The Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) presented Ambassador David Nájera with the Visionary Leadership Award this year, recognizing the work of the Mexican Embassy for Diversity and Gender Equality. Ambassador Nájera and the President of the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF), Borbála Czakó renewed their commitment to diversity, values based on mutual respect, and non-discriminatory […]
Hungarians demonstrated a strengthening inclination to set aside financial reserves amidst the coronavirus crisis. As a result, the financial assets of the population have increased by 5% since the end of last year despite many households witnessing a drop in disposable income. The most popular products in the savings market in the first three quarters […]
Concerto Budapest, the concert film, directed by Imre Szabó Stein and starring András Keller, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica and Concerto Budapest, won the Video: Events & Live Broadcasts category – and was awarded the Bronze Lovie Prize by an international jury – at the LOVIE AWARDS, the most significant competition for European Internet content. A […]
Vajda-Papír, the leading Hungarian-owned manufacturer in the market of hygienic paper products, has announced the investment totaling HUF 16 billion investment at a digital foundation ceremony. According to the announcement, the investment project will help retain 600 workplaces and create 50 new jobs. The Hungarian government will provide HUF 5.5 billion, about a third of […]
The number of people hospitalized in Hungary with the new coronavirus infection has risen to 7,532, 580 of them on ventilators, the related government website says. The new coronavirus infection was detected in another 4,512 Hungarian citizens, thus increasing the number of infected people identified in Hungary to 161,461. 92 patients died in the past […]
Five hundred trees will be planted in the capital by Budapest's first and exclusively electric car fleet, GreenGo, in cooperation with the 10 million Tree Foundation. According to the GreenGo's announcement, on the occasion of their 4th birthday, they will green the capital by planting 500 trees. With this, they want to compensate for the […]
László Benkő, co-founder of the group Omega in 1962, died at the age of 77 after a long illness. "We are shocked to inform you that Laci Benkő, the founder of the Omega band, passed away after a long illness. Millions of fans and respecters mourn the decisive figure of Hungarian rock music both at […]
